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Japan – Gentlemen take polaroids

Record:EXC/EXC
Cover:VG
Price: £20.00
Artist: Japan
Lable: Virgin
Year: 1980
Country: UK
Genre: Electronic, Rock, Pop
Style: New Wave, Synth-Pop
Catalog: Virgin V2180
Matrix: V2182 A2 Strawberry , V2182 B2

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The 1980 album Japan – Gentlemen Take Polaroids is a classic of the New Wave and Synth-pop genres. It was released in the UK under the label  V2180. It was distributed by Virgin Records Ltd., Pressed by CBS Pressing Plant, Aston Clinton, The Town House, was Published at Chadwick Nomis Ltd., Virgin Music (Publishers) Ltd., Jobete Music Co. Ltd., Recorded at Air Studios and Lacquer Cut At Strawberry Mastering, the album is a timeless masterpiece, with its mix of synth-pop, new wave, and post-punk sounds. It is a must-have for any vinyl record collector and a great addition to any music collection.

Summary: Japan’s fourth studio album, Gentlemen Take Polaroids, was released in November 1980. The album marked a turning point in Japan’s career, as the band moved away from the glam rock of their early records, towards a more experimental, new wave sound. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it has since been hailed as one of the most important records of the 1980s.

About the Artist: Japan was an English rock band formed in 1974, led by vocalist and bassist David Sylvian. The band blended elements of art rock, glam rock, and new wave, creating a unique sound that was both melodic and experimental. Japan had a successful career, releasing five studio albums between 1978 and 1981, before disbanding in 1982.

About the Record: Gentlemen Take Polaroids was a departure from Japan’s earlier work. The album featured a more electronic-based sound, as well as more abstract lyrics. The album was a critical success, spawning the hit singles “Gentlemen Take Polaroids” and “Swing”. This stereo album is often cited as one of the most important records of the 1980s. This first edition pressing had track A3 printed as “Some kind of fool” on the back of the sleeve. An erratum sticker listed that track A3 would be replaced with “Burning bridges”. This album is a MISPRINT FIRST PRESS UK.

About the Cover: The cover art for Gentlemen Take Polaroids was designed by photographer Gered Mankowitz. The cover art was praised for its simplicity and minimalism, which perfectly reflected the album’s new wave sound.

About the Lyrics and Music: Gentlemen Take Polaroids features some of Japan’s most memorable songs. The album is driven by David Sylvian’s haunting vocals, as well as the band’s intricate arrangements. Standout tracks include the title track, “Swing”, and “Taking Islands in Africa”. Lyrically, the album is more abstract than previous records, with themes of isolation, identity, and the human condition.

Conclusion: Japan’s fourth studio album, Gentlemen Take Polaroids, is an essential record of the 1980s. The album is a perfect blend of art rock, glam rock, and new wave, and it features some of the band’s most memorable songs. The album’s minimalistic cover art perfectly reflects its experimental sound, and its abstract lyrics make it an enduring classic.

Other Recommendations: If you enjoyed Japan’s Gentlemen Take Polaroids, you may also like other records from the band, such as Tin Drum and Quiet Life. Other similar artists include Roxy Music, David Bowie, and Talking Heads.

About the tracklist. Side one:
Gentlemen take polaroids
Swing
Some kind of fool
My new career
Side two:
Methods of Dance
Ain’t that peculiar
Night porter
Taking islands in Africa/

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